This paper outlines the first phase of a comprehensive optimization study of the hull form of conventional Platform Supply Vessel. Using computational fluid dynamics software to test resistance on sixteen different hull form combinations at different speeds and trims, an analysis of different well known forms was performed. This comparison allowed the identification of the advantages of specific bow, stern and midbody forms over others in vessels of this type.
Keywords:
skeg stern,
variation,
knot run,
skeg form,
flat bottom,
van diepen,
effectiveness,
form component,
permutation,
hull form
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2015. The Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers
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